
Reading Hebrew Bible Narratives introduces readers to narrative traditions of the Old Testament and to methods of interpreting them. Part of the Essentials of Biblical Studies series, this volume presents readers with an overview of exegesis by mainly focusing on a self-contained narrative to be read alongside the text. Through sustained interaction with the book of Ruth, readers have opportunities to engage a biblical book from multiple perspectives, while taking note of the wider implications of such perspectives for other biblical narratives. Other select texts from Hebrew Bible narratives, related by theme or content to matters in Ruth, are also examined, not only to assist in illustrating this method of approach, but also to offer reinforcement of reading skills and connections among different narrative traditions. Considering literary analysis, words and texts in context, and reception history, this brief introduction gives students an overview of how exegesis illuminates stories in the Bible.
This volume investigates the methodologies required for effective exegesis of Hebrew Bible narratives by utilizing the book of Ruth as a primary case study. J. Andrew Dearman, a scholar in the field of biblical studies, provides a framework for interpreting ancient texts through literary analysis and historical context. The book argues that sustained engagement with a single, self-contained narrative allows students to develop transferable skills applicable to the broader canon of the Hebrew Bible.
What You Will Find
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Experts identify this work as a practical, accessible entry point for students beginning their study of biblical exegesis. Readers frequently note that the focused approach on the book of Ruth makes complex interpretive methods manageable for those new to the discipline.
Page Count:
232
Publication Date:
2018-11-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0190246480
ISBN-13:
9780190246488
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